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Haas Named 2026 TEA Recipient
"Mr. Haas represents the very best of the Nebraska State College System,” said NSCS Chancellor Paul Turman. “His unwavering commitment to student success, his ability to make learning both accessible and engaging, and his genuine care for the students he serves embody the spirit of this award. Mathematics can be one of the most challenging subjects for students, but Mr. Haas has a unique ability to make it relatable, approachable, and meaningful. By connecting concepts to students’ lived experiences and building their confidence, he helps remove barriers to learning and opens doors to opportunity. He creates an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to achieve more than they thought possible.”
Past Teaching Excellence Award Winners
The past winners of the Nebraska State College System Teaching Excellence Award include:
2026
Mr. Jordan Haas
Chadron State College
2025
Dr. Sean Ahern
Wayne State College
2024
Dr. Kathi Nehls
Peru State College
2023
Dr. Mary Keithly
Chadron State College
2022
Dr. Robert Ingram
Peru State College
2021
Dr. Gul Ahmad
Peru State College
2020
Dr. Beth Wentworth
Chadron State College
2019
Dr. Tracy Nobiling
Chadron State College
2018
Dr. Randy Bertolas
Wayne State College
2017
Glenn Kietzmann
Wayne State College
2016
Dr. Bruce Hoem
Chadron State College
2015
Dr. James Wada
Chadron State College
2014
Dr. Laura Dendinger
Wayne State College
2013
Dr. G.W. Sandy Schaefer
Chadron State College
2012
Dr. Michael B. Leite
Chadron State College
2011
Ms. Christy Hutchison
Peru State College
2010
Dr. Greg Galardi
Peru State College
2009
Dr. Michael Barger
Peru State College
2008
Dr. Todd Young
Wayne State College
2007
Dr. Tamara Worner
Wayne State College
2006
Dr. Jason Karsky
Wayne State College
2005
Dr. Mary Ettel
Wayne State College
2004
Dr. Robert Stack
Chadron State College
2003
Dr. Jean Karlen
Wayne State College
2002
Dr. Sara Crook
Peru State College
2000
Dr. Dan Holtz
Peru State College
1999
Ms. Barbara Limbach
Chadron State College
1998
Dr. Patricia Cruziero
Chadron State College
1997
Dr. Pearl Hansen
Wayne State College
1996
Dr. Dan Cox
Peru State College
1995
Dr. Kenneth Halsey
Wayne State College
1994
Dr. Charollene Coates
Chadron State College
1993
Dr. Lois Veath
Chadron State College
1992
Dr. Carol Pappas
Peru State College
1991
Dr. Russ Rasmussen
Wayne State College
1989
Dr. Cornell Runestad
Wayne State College
1987
Dr. George Watson, Jr.
Chadron State College
1986
Dr. Cliff Ginn
Wayne State College